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Holt believes finances should not stop a child from having a loving family. Although many resources exist to help adoptive families offset the cost of adoption, it's not always clear where to start looking or what opportunities are best suited for your family. To help you consider all your options, Holt provides an outline of financial assistance, as well as a list of resources categorized by type. Please note: The information provided on this page is for your information and consideration only and is not an endorsement of these organizations or companies.

1. Federal Adoption Tax Credit: On January 2, 2013, Congress passed a bill that made the federal adoption tax credit permanent. Families may be eligible for the adoption tax credit in the tax year they finalize an eligible adoption. The maximum amount will vary from year to year and is non-refundable. For adoptions finalized in 2014, the maximum adoption credit is $13,190 per child. For adoptions finalized in 2015, the maximum adoption credit is $13,400 per child. For more information about the Federal Adoption Tax Credit, visit http://www.irs.gov/taxtopics/tc607.html and/or http://www.nacac.org/taxcredit/taxcredit2015.html. Or, consult with a licensed tax preparer.

2. State Tax Credits: Some states provide non-recurring adoption fee reimbursements. Contact a licensed tax preparer in your state for more information.

4. U.S. Military Reimbursement: Military service members who adopt a child under 18 years of age may be reimbursed for qualified adoption expenses up to $2000 per adoptive child (up to a total of $5000 if more than one child is adopted) per calendar year. For more information on this and other military adoption support visit the National Military Family Association's website.

5. Reduction of Adoption Program Fee: There may be a reduction in the adoption program fee if the child you are adopting has moderate to severe special needs. This is determined on a case-by-case basis. There is no reduction in fees for children with minor special needs.

6. Grants: An adoption grant is a great way to cover some of your family's adoption expenses. Before applying, it is important to check for grant eligibility criteria and application deadlines. Most grant organizations accept applications after the family has an approved home study and will administer funds directly to the family's service provider.

7. Brittany's Hope: The Brittany's Hope Foundation offers Seedlings Gifts directly to agencies to grant to families in financial need who are adopting a waiting child. These grants will help pay for a portion of their country program fees and will be reimbursed after the child comes home. Families that accept grants from Brittany's Hope are required to commit to fundraising donations to Brittany's Hope equal to one-half of the Seedling Gift granted towards the adoption. For more information please visit www.brittanyshope.org and contact Holt International.

8. Special Needs Adoption Fund: In order to assist families with a demonstrated financial need in adopting a child with special needs, Holt established a Special Needs Adoption Fund (SNAF). Holt staff may apply for a grant from the Special Needs Adoption Fund on behalf of a family with a demonstrated financial need in order to reduce Holt's adoption fees for a child with special needs. If you think you may qualify, please inquire with Holt staff.

The Abba FundLoans provided by ABBA Fund are interest free. Adopting
Christian couples may request financial assistance in any amount, based
upon their needs. The amount of financial
assistance will depend, in part,on the needs of the couple and the resources available to ABBA
Fund.

Show
HopeA
non-profit organization that mobilizes individuals and communities to meet
the most pressing needs of orphans in distress, by providing 1) homes for
waiting children through adoption aid grants, and 2) life-saving medical
care for orphans with special needs. Grants and fundraising opportunities offered to Christian
adoptive couples.

Lifesong for OrphansLifesong offers matching grants
(range from $2,000-$4,000), which encourage the adopting couple's church
family to financially and prayerfully support the adoption. Dollar-for-dollar
matching grants act as catalysts in raising funds. The Lifesong Legacy
Fund offers interest free loans to help families overcome the high cost of
adoption.

HelpUsAdopt.orgHelpUsAdopt.org is dedicated to the
countless parents waiting to adopt, and to the thousands of birth parents
selfless enough to give their children another chance for a loving family.
Adoption grants range from $500 to $15,000 dependent upon need and
priority is given to childless couples/individuals. HelpUsAdopt.org accepts applications from
couples/individuals regardless of race, religion, gender, ethnicity, or
marital status.

The James 1:27 Foundation is a
Christian non-profit organization dedicated to making adoption affordable for
families in Iowa.Adoptiongrants are awarded to Christian
couples in the state of Iowa. Priority will be given to applicants who
demonstrate the greatest financial need.

Through donations from
various families, churches, and communities, Katelyn's Fund has been given the
opportunity to provide grants to several Christian families. Grants ($3,000
each) awarded to Christian adoptive couples based on greatest financial need.

HANDinHAND is dedicated to helping
children become part of "forever" families by partnering with
Christian couples to help carry the burden of the cost of adoption through
matching grants and the raising of support.

Both Hands Foundation
Both Hands Foundation partners with Lifesong for Orphans to help families raise funds for their adoption. Their mission is to serve widows, orphans and adoptive families and reduce the financial burden of adoption. Applications are accepted after home study approval.

Holt's
Special Needs Adoption Fund (SNAF): This fund assists families who
need additional financial support in order to adopt a waiting child. Holt
considers requests for this assistance on a case-by-case basis at the time
of assignment. After being matched with a special needs child, families
may request assistance from the SNAF from the country program director.

The Brittany's Hope Foundation: The
Brittany's Hope Foundation offers Seedlings Gifts directly to agencies.
The agencies then grant portions of the gift to families that are
matched with a waiting child and are in need of great financial
assistance. These grants help pay for a portion of the country program
fees and will be reimbursed after the child comes home. Families who
accept grants from Brittany's Hope are required to fundraise for donations
to Brittany's Hope equal to one-half of the Seedling Gift granted towards
the adoption. For more information please visit the Brittany's Hope website and contact Waiting
Child Program Staff.

JSC FoundationJSC Foundation awards adoption grants to Christian couples with an approved home study. See website for additional family requirements and a description of the application process.

Holt's
Special Needs Adoption Fund (SNAF): This fund assists families who
need additional financial support in order to adopt a waiting child. Holt
considers requests for this assistance on a case-by-case basis at the time
of assignment. After being matched with a special needs child, families
may request assistance from the SNAF from the country program director.

The Brittany's Hope Foundation: The
Brittany's Hope Foundation offers Seedlings Gifts directly to agencies.
The agencies then grant portions of the gift to families that are
matched with a waiting child and are in need of great financial
assistance. These grants help pay for a portion of the country program
fees and will be reimbursed after the child comes home. Families who
accept grants from Brittany's Hope are required to fundraise for donations
to Brittany's Hope equal to one-half of the Seedling Gift granted towards
the adoption. For more information please visit the Brittany's Hope website and contact Waiting
Child Program Staff.

Reece's RainbowFinancial assistance for families
adopting a child with Down syndrome and other special needs in the form of
a "Family Sponsorship Program". No religious criteria.

Connected Heart MinistryOffers a sponsorship program for families adopting an older child or child with special needs. Applications are accepted after the home study is approved and the family is matched with a child. Married couples who demonstrate a financial need are eligible to apply.

Show
HopeA
non-profit organization that mobilizes individuals and communities to meet
the most pressing needs of orphans in distress, by providing 1) homes for
waiting children through adoption aid grants, and 2) life-saving medical
care for orphans with special needs. Grants and fundraising opportunities offered to Christian
adoptive couples.

The Abba FundLoans provided by ABBA Fund are interest free. Adopting
Christian couples may request financial assistance in any amount, based
upon their needs. The amount of financial
assistance will depend, in part,on the needs of the couple and the resources available to ABBA
Fund.

Elijah's TruthAwards grants to Christian adoptive families on a quarterly basis. Deadlines for receiving grant applications each quarter are: January 15, April 15, July 15, and October 15. Applicants must be residents of Minnesota, South Dakota or North Dakota, and have an approved home study.

James 1:27
Foundation
The James 1:27 Foundation is a
Christian non-profit organization dedicated to making adoption affordable for
families in Iowa.Adoptiongrants are awarded to Christian
couples in the state of Iowa. Priority will be given to applicants who
demonstrate the greatest financial need.

Both Hands Foundation partners with Lifesong for Orphans to help families raise funds for their adoption. Their mission is to serve widows, orphans and adoptive families and reduce the financial burden of adoption. Applications are accepted after home study approval.

Elijah's Truth
Awards grants to Christian adoptive families on a quarterly basis. Deadlines for receiving grant applications each quarter are: January 15, April 15, July 15, and October 15. Applicants must be residents of Minnesota, South Dakota or North Dakota, and have an approved home study.

Families Outreach
Awards adoption grants to married Christian couples that demonstrate a financial need and strong support from their local church pastor/leadership.

HANDinHAND Christian
Adoption, Inc.
HANDinHAND is dedicated to helping
children become part of "forever" families by partnering with
Christian couples to help carry the burden of the cost of adoption through
matching grants and the raising of support.

James 1:27
Foundation
The James 1:27 Foundation is a
Christian non-profit organization dedicated to making adoption affordable for
families in Iowa.Adoptiongrants are awarded to Christian
couples in the state of Iowa. Priority will be given to applicants who
demonstrate the greatest financial need.

Katelyn's Fund
Through donations from
various families, churches, and communities, Katelyn's Fund has been given the
opportunity to provide grants to several Christian families. Grants ($3,000
each) awarded to Christian adoptive couples based on greatest financial need.

Kinsman Redeemer
Grants from $1,000 to $7,000 awarded
to Christian adoptive couples living in, or with family ties to, Missouri.

Lifesong for Orphans
Lifesong offers matching grants
(range from $2,000-$4,000), which encourage the adopting couple's church
family to financially and prayerfully support the adoption. Dollar-for-dollar
matching grants act as catalysts in raising funds. The Lifesong Legacy
Fund offers interest free loans to help families overcome the high cost of
adoption.

Show
HopeA
non-profit organization that mobilizes individuals and communities to meet
the most pressing needs of orphans in distress, by providing 1) homes for
waiting children through adoption aid grants, and 2) life-saving medical
care for orphans with special needs. Grants and fundraising opportunities offered to Christian
adoptive couples.

The Abba FundLoans provided by ABBA Fund are interest free. Adopting
Christian couples may request financial assistance in any amount, based
upon their needs. The amount of financial
assistance will depend, in part,on the needs of the couple and the resources available to ABBA
Fund.

JSC FoundationJSC Foundation awards adoption grants to Christian couples with an approved home study. See website for additional family requirements and a description of the application process.

The Sparrow Fund
Grants awarded for professional adoption support services, such as medical consultations and pre-adoption counsel. (For both non-special needs and special needs adoptions.) Visit their website for a broad list of adoption-related medical/counseling resources.